Ellen is an American television sitcom that aired on the ABC network from March 29, 1994 to July 22, 1998, consisting of 109 episodes. The title role of Ellen Morgan, played by stand-up comedian Ellen DeGeneres, was a neurotic bookstore owner in her thirties. The series centered on Ellen's dealing with her quirky friends, her family and the problems of daily life. The series is notable for being the first one in which the main character came out as gay, which DeGeneres' character did in the 1997 episode "Puppy Episode". This event received a great deal of media exposure, ignited controversy, and prompted ABC to place a parental advisory at the beginning of each episode. The series' theme song, "So Called Friend" is by Scottish band Texas. A running gag was that each episode had a distinct opening credits sequence, resulting from Ellen's ongoing search for the perfect opening credits.
Ellen (Season 4)
Give Me Equity or Give Me Death 0.0
Air date: 1996-09-18
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When Ellen decides to put down roots and buy a home of her own, she's unprepared for the price--the cost of her beloved Buy the Book.
A Deer Head for Joe 0.0
Air date: 1996-09-25
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When her new boss, Ed, decides that Joe must go, Ellen resorts to trickery to get him rehired.
Splitsville, Man 0.0
Air date: 1996-10-02
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When her parents decide to separate, Ellen's the one who's broken up.
The Parent Trap 0.0
Air date: 1996-10-16
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen plots to reunite her parents by recreating their honeymoon, transforming her apartment into a 1958 Cuban nightclub complete with headliner Eddie Fisher. Meanwhile, Spence begs Barrett to return as Paige's secretary after he quits.
Looking Out for Number One 0.0
Air date: 1996-10-23
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: In therapy, Ellen learns to be honest and direct, but she's dumbstruck when she sees her therapist in a shocking position.
The Bubble Gum Incident 0.0
Air date: 1996-10-30
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen and Paige attend their 25th camp reunion, where Paige seeks revenge on the girl who put gum in her hair,
Harold and Ellen 0.0
Air date: 1996-11-06
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen tries to bond with her father, Paige is bent out of shape when Spence accepts a wedding invitation from an ex-girlfriend, and Joe is bound for New Mexico in search of aliens.
Not So Great Expectations 0.0
Air date: 1996-11-13
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen is distraught when her mother starts dating and follows her and her date to a country/western club, intent on breaking the new couple up.
The Pregnancy Test 0.0
Air date: 1996-11-20
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: A home pregnancy test causes Ellen, Paige and Audrey to rethink their lives. Meanwhile, a life-saving experience prompts Spence to rethink his as well.
Kiss My Bum 0.0
Air date: 1996-11-27
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen feels like a turkey when she unwittingly invites a homeless man to Thanksgiving dinner.
Bowl, Baby, Bowl 0.0
Air date: 1996-12-04
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen experiences the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat when she and Ed engage in a sports competition.
Fleas Navidad 7.0
Air date: 1996-12-18
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen bites off more than she can chew when she rescues an abandoned dog at Christmas.
Alone Again... Naturally 0.0
Air date: 1997-01-08
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen conquers being alone by doing fun things on her own. Meanwhile, Spence and Joe wreak havoc on Paige's vacant apartment.
Joe's Kept Secret 0.0
Air date: 1997-01-15
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When Ellen accepts a favor from Joe's wealthy older girlfriend, the repercussions are relentless.
Makin' Whoopie 0.0
Air date: 1997-01-22
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen accompanies Spence to an important party thrown by a surgeon he's trying to impress, but it's Ellen who makes the lasting impression.
Ellen Unplugged 0.0
Air date: 1997-02-05
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen fulfills an adolescent fantasy when she goes to Rock and Roll Dream Camp.
Ellen's Deaf Comedy Jam 0.0
Air date: 1997-02-12
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen misinterprets the signs of a handsome deaf actor, and Spence gets his signals mixed when Paige's former fiance returns to the scene.
Hello, Dalai 0.0
Air date: 1997-02-19
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Peter confronts Ellen at a spiritual retreat while a robber at Buy the Book confronts Paige, Spence, Joe and Audrey.
Secrets & Ellen 0.0
Air date: 1997-02-26
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: After a lifetime of white lies, Ellen comes clean with her hard-to-please grandmother. Meanwhile, Paige treats Spence to a Vegas weekend he'll never forget, thanks to his amnesia.
Reversal of Misfortune 0.0
Air date: 1997-03-04
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen's eagerness to support her parents' divorce unexpectedly brings the couple closer together.
The Clip Show Patient 0.0
Air date: 1997-04-08
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Volunteering at a hospital, Ellen tries to regale an incapacitated English patient with memories of her past.
The Puppy Episode (1) 0.0
Air date: 1997-04-30
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen senses a kindred spirit when she meets a gay woman, who enlightens her to her own sexual identity. Confused by this startling self discovery, Ellen seeks the guidance of a therapist and braces herself for yet another moment of truth: telling her friends.
The Puppy Episode (2) 0.0
Air date: 1997-04-30
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen senses a kindred spirit when she meets a gay woman, who enlightens her to her own sexual identity. Confused by this startling self discovery, Ellen seeks the guidance of a therapist and braces herself for yet another moment of truth: telling her friends.
Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah 0.0
Air date: 1997-05-07
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen deals with the ramifications of telling her parents she's gay.
Moving On 0.0
Air date: 1997-05-14
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Ellen experiences personal and professional upheaval when she moves into her new home and has an honest talk with Ed.
Seasons
Episodes 11
Episodes 24
Episodes 27
Episodes 25
Episodes 22
Episodes 2